re: We better draft Trey Burke

Burke doesn't make any sense for our team. I will bet with anyone he is not chosen by the pelicans. Struggles defensively which is mainly why people hate Vasquez. We have zero quality wings on the roster. Drafting Burke means that we acknowledge the failure of the Rivers selection after one incomplete season with numerous injuries that Austin had to overcome. GV, BR, and AR are on the team and we want to add another point guard that's undersized and struggles to defend? Silly.

Burke isn't an upgrade defensively is my main point. Lacks quality athleticism. Hornets are in the top half if the league in offense and bottom feeders for defense. Point guard is the most important aspect of a good defense. Burke will get Monty fired and Demps will jump ship at that rate.

Defense is our problem. Oladipo can almost guard positions 1-3. I couldn't imagine passing on him for a point guard. Scouts say porter will also be a very good defender. Noel obviously as well. Smart maybe, if he isn't too heavy...gets lots of steals.

quote:Yeah, I don't get it either about Burke. I mean, I've only watched him play once so far, but was really impressed. I hate saying this, but he reminded me a lot of CP3 at Wake. Kinda similar numbers minus perimeter shooting and steals.

Making sure I'm not the only one confused at the little attention he's getting.

quote:Hornets are in the top half if the league in offense and bottom feeders for defense.lol wat? we are ranked 24th in points and defense used to be what we were good at and now we suck at that as well.

ppg is not accurate bc it doesnt count pace. according to efficiency stats- which include pace- this is a middle of the pack offense on the year and a near top 10 offense with gordon.

Porter is optimal with the current roster. Oladipo has more upside. Noel could be a steal if he has a fall assuming health checks out. Smart is a wildcard. Many think he won't be a point guard in the league. All depends on what the plan is for Gordon.